Turquoise and Shattuckite Physical Properties

Turquoise and Shattuckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Turquoise and Shattuckite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Turquoise and Shattuckite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Turquoise- CuAl₆(PO₄)₄(OH)₈ • 4H₂O
• Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Turquoise and Shattuckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Turquoise and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Turquoise and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Turquoise is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.